Become a Schnitz franchise partner in your part of Australia
Schnitz has spent over 15 years serving guests, growing from 30 to over 75 locations in the last seven years. See what a partnership could look like in your part of Australia.
The Schnitz Franchising Info Pack, sent by email the moment you submit the form.
Get the Franchising Info Pack
The Info Pack is emailed the moment you submit this form.
What you get as a Schnitz franchise partner
From your first enquiry to opening day, the Support Office backs you at every step.
Site selection and lease
The property team approves sites against set criteria and negotiates the lease terms for you.
Store formats suit high streets and shopping precincts.
Six weeks of training
Every franchise partner completes a standard 6-week training program before opening.
Food industry experience is not a requirement.
Operations and marketing support
Ongoing support across operations, people and marketing once the doors open.
Multi-site operation is encouraged, determined case by case.
Lending introductions
Banks typically lend 50% of construction costs, and Schnitz can connect you with preferred lending partners.
The initial investment typically ranges from $600,000 to $1.2m + GST.
From enquiry to opening, step by step
Send for the Info Pack
It arrives by email the moment you submit the form, and the franchise team follows up from there.
Lock in your site and lease
The Schnitz property team approves potential sites using site selection criteria, then negotiates the lease terms for you.
Train for six weeks
Every new franchise partner completes the standard 6-week training program before opening.
Open your doors
Operations, people and marketing support continue as your restaurant welcomes its first guests.
Key figures
- Upfront franchise fee
- $55k + GST
- Ongoing fees
- 7% royalty and 3% marketing fee, paid weekly
- Initial term
- 5 years, with further terms to align with the Lease
- Typical investment
- $600,000 to $1.2m + GST, varying with location, size and condition of premises
Why partners choose the growing Schnitz network
Over 15 years operating, Schnitz has grown from 30 to over 75 locations in the last seven years. Recent openings include Westfield Marion in SA, plus Cockburn Gateway and Karrinyup in WA.
- You take a hands-on approach and work in your store
- Food industry experience is welcome but not required
- Multi-site operation is encouraged, determined case by case
- Permanent Australian Residency or Australian Citizenship is required
From the people behind the Schnitz brand
Passionate for the brand, excellent in customer service, and strong business skills define our ideal Franchise Partners.
Team culture is the cornerstone of success for any franchise, especially in the fast-paced and customer-centric world of Schnitz.
Your questions about a Schnitz partnership, answered
How much is the upfront franchise fee?
The franchise fee is $55k + GST.
What will it cost to set up a Schnitz store?
The initial investment will typically range from $600,000 to $1.2m + GST, however cost can vary depending on factors such as location, size and condition of premises.
What are the ongoing franchise fees?
The ongoing costs are a 7% royalty and a 3% marketing fee, paid on a weekly basis.
How long is the franchise agreement?
A Franchise Agreement for a new store is an initial 5 years, with further terms to align with the Lease.
How much can I borrow from the bank?
Banks typically lend 50% of the construction costs of the store as a business loan. Schnitz can also connect you with preferred lending partners.
How long will my training go for?
There is a standard 6-week training program that all franchise partners must undergo. Some circumstances may require further training.
Do I need prior experience in the food industry?
No, experience in the food industry is not a requirement to becoming a Schnitz franchise partner, but it does help.
Do I need Australian citizenship or residency?
Yes, you will need to hold either permanent Australian Residency or be an Australian Citizen.
Get the Schnitz Franchising Info Pack
The Info Pack is sent by email the moment you submit the form, and the franchise team follows up from there.
Get the Franchising Info Pack